Small-Group City Tour with visit to Teatro Colon in Buenos Aires

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. Plaza De Mayo

   Welcome to Plaza de Mayo — the beating heart of Buenos Aires! Located right in the downtown Monserrat neighborhood, this is where the city was born and where history keeps coming back for an encore. Its name honors the May Revolution of 1810, when locals gathered to kick out the Viceroy and start their own creole government — basically Argentina’s “independence pre-party.” Ever since, the square has been the stage for the country’s biggest political dramas, passionate protests, and celebrations. If these cobblestones could talk, they’d spill centuries of secrets!

   30 minutes here

2. Calle Defensa

   Step into San Telmo, the city’s bohemian soul! Here you’ll stumble upon pop-up art galleries, funky bars, and colorful street murals at every turn. Defensa Street is the neighborhood’s main catwalk — lined with antique shops, buzzing cafés, and, on Sundays, a lively market where tango dancers and street performers steal the show in Dorrego Square. Wander through leafy Lezama Park under blooming jacarandas, then end the day in one of San Telmo’s exclusive restaurants where dinner often comes with a side of live tango. It’s the perfect mix of history, art, and a little bit of magic.

   5 minutes here

3. La Boca

   The neighborhood where Buenos Aires wears its brightest colors! Along Caminito, a lively little alley, you’ll find sizzling asadores, tango dancers twirling in the street, and houses painted in every shade of the rainbow — a nod to its immigrant roots. Football fans can’t miss La Bombonera, the legendary Boca Juniors stadium, where match days feel like a full-blown carnival. And for an artsy twist, the Proa Foundation brings modern art and stunning views of the old docks. La Boca is history, passion, and pure Argentine energy all rolled into one

   15 minutes here

4. Caminito

   Caminito is La Boca’s most famous little alley — basically an open-air museum where every corner bursts with color, art, and tango vibes. Once the muse for the legendary 1926 tango Caminito by Juan de Dios Filiberto, today it’s a lively stage where dancers, painters, and musicians bring the spirit of Buenos Aires to life. Stroll through, snap a few photos, and let the rhythm of the city sweep you along!

   30 minutes here

5. Puerto Madero

   Puerto Madero is Buenos Aires’ sleek waterfront playground — where old redbrick warehouses now hide chic steakhouses packed with locals, tourists, and business suits on their lunch break. Towering glass skyscrapers and luxury apartments give the neighborhood a modern glow, while its calm lakes and the nearby Costanera Sur ecological reserve invite joggers, bikers, and families to slow down. Don’t miss the elegant Puente de la Mujer (Woman’s Bridge), the iconic white suspension bridge that ties it all together — and makes for the perfect photo stop!

   5 minutes here

6. Retiro

   Retiro is a neighborhood of contrasts — where peaceful streets with art galleries and stylish cafés suddenly lead you to the grand, bustling British-style train station, complete with quick-bite food stalls buzzing with life. Nearby, the iconic Art Deco Kavanagh building looks out over Plaza San Martín, a leafy park where office workers recharge under blooming jacarandas and beside proud national monuments. And just a short walk away, Florida Street lures tourists with leather shops, souvenir stands, and even tango dancers showing off their best moves. It’s a little bit posh, a little bit chaotic, and a whole lot of Buenos Aires charm!

   5 minutes here

7. Recoleta

   Recoleta is Buenos Aires at its most elegant — a neighborhood made for strolling past Parisian-style townhouses, grand old palaces, and chic boutiques. Its star attraction is the Recoleta Cemetery, a fascinating city of marble mausoleums where legends like Eva Perón rest in peace. Art lovers can dive into masterpieces at the National Museum of Fine Arts or catch cutting-edge exhibits at the Recoleta Cultural Center. And on weekends, Plaza Francia comes alive with a bustling craft market, leafy lawns, and plenty of spots to sit back and people-watch. It’s history, culture, and style all wrapped into one glamorous walk!

   15 minutes here

8. Teatro Colon

   The Teatro Colón is an opera house in the city of Buenos Aires. Due to its size, acoustics and trajectory, it´s considered one of the five best in the world. According to a survey conducted by the acoustic expert Leo Beranek and outstanding international opera and orchestra directors, the Teatro Colón has the hall with the best acoustic for opera and the second best for concerts in the world. Comparable with the most important lyrical rooms in the world, such as the Scala in Milan, the Metropolitan Opera House in New York, the State Opera of Vienna, the Royal Opera House (Covent Garden) in London and the Paris Opera, it is an unequivocal place of consecration for those who present themselves in it and an inescapable place for music lovers.

   50 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Before you book

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Languages

en, es

Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Every day

Group size

Up to 15 travelers per booking

Operated by

Signature Tours

Know before you go

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
• For bigger than 20 person groups ask supplier
• This is a kid-friendly tour

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